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Core muscle endurance and psychosocial factors affecting functional mobility in chronic low back pain: cross-sectional results.

Ravi Shankar Reddy, Mastour Saeed Alshahrani, Hani Hassan Alnakhli, Batool Abdulelah Alkhamis, Ghada Mohamed Koura, Debjani Mukherjee, Raee S Alqhtani, Faisal M Alyazedi, Amal Fahad Al Mukhid, Saeed Ahmed M Alhudiry

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Ravi Shankar ReddyPhysical Therapy Program, Medical Rehabilitation Sciences, King Khalid University, Abha, Aseer, Saudi Arabia.
Mastour Saeed AlshahraniPhysical Therapy Program, Medical Rehabilitation Sciences, King Khalid University, Abha, Aseer, Saudi Arabia.
Hani Hassan AlnakhliPhysical Therapy Program, Medical Rehabilitation Sciences, King Khalid University, Abha, Aseer, Saudi Arabia.
Batool Abdulelah AlkhamisPhysical Therapy Program, Medical Rehabilitation Sciences, King Khalid University, Abha, Aseer, Saudi Arabia.
Ghada Mohamed KouraPhysical Therapy Program, Medical Rehabilitation Sciences, King Khalid University, Abha, Aseer, Saudi Arabia.
Debjani MukherjeePhysical Therapy Program, Medical Rehabilitation Sciences, King Khalid University, Abha, Aseer, Saudi Arabia.
Raee S AlqhtaniDepartment of Physical Therapy, Najran University, Najran, Saudi Arabia.
Faisal M AlyazediDepartment of Physical Therapy, Prince Sultan Military College of Health Sciences, Dhahran, Saudi Arabia.
Amal Fahad Al MukhidDepartment of Physical Therapy, Abha International Private Hospital, Abha, Aseer, Saudi Arabia.
Saeed Ahmed M AlhudiryDepartment of Physical Therapy, Abha International Private Hospital, Abha, Aseer, Saudi Arabia.

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Background: The functional limitations associated with chronic low back pain (CLBP) are substantial and are highly correlated with core muscle endurance and psychosocial factors. Core muscle endurance is known to affect physical performance, whereas pain catastrophizing and fear avoidance beliefs can contribute to disability. A comprehensive understanding of the interrelated impact of these factors is critical for developing effective rehabilitative strategies. The study aimed to (1) examine the correlation between core muscle endurance and functional mobility in CLBP subjects and (2) explore the influence of psychosocial factors, pain catastrophizing, and fear-avoidance beliefs on that correlation. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted on 136 adults; core muscle endurance was measured by plank, side-bridge, and back extensor tests. The timed up and go (TUG) and five times sit-to-stand test (5TSTS) were utilized to evaluate functional mobility. Pain intensity was assessed using the visual analog scale (VAS), and disability using the Oswestry disability index (ODI). Psychosocial factors were measured using the pain catastrophizing scale (PCS) and the fear-avoidance beliefs questionnaire (FABQ). Results: Core muscle endurance measures were moderately correlated with functional mobility outcomes (TUG: Conclusion: Psychosocial factors and endurance of the core muscles in CLBP can significantly predict functional mobility. Integrating physical and psychological rehabilitation strategies might improve mobility outcomes, bolster human dignity, and enhance quality of life.

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Chronic PainLow Back PainPhysical EnduranceAdultCatastrophizationCross-Sectional StudiesDisability EvaluationFearFemaleHumansMaleMiddle AgedPain MeasurementChronic low back painCore enduranceFear-avoidance beliefsFunctional mobilityPain catastrophizingPsychosocial factors

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PMID41438106
PMCPMC12721122

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